The Maine Outsider is a free newsletter curating outdoor events across the state. Our mission is simple — help you find the fun and help great organizations find you.
Invite 78 // Mar 5Rather than write a standard intro this week, I thought I'd share a few reader experiences submitted through the "Trail Log" feature this winter. Gardens Aglow Climb for a Cure Camp Adventures for Grown-ups: Chilling Out! It's great to hear from readers. Your feedback helps me determine which events are fun and worth featuring in future years. Now, on to this week's activities. ✌️ Max Disclaimer Time: Nature is unpredictable and events change. Always double-check the organization's event page before heading out. Ski and Snowshoe Trailer: Lake St. GeorgeMon, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 10 | Liberty | Free Lake St George State Park is the next stop for the ski and snowshoe trailer, which offers free rentals all week. Flagstaff Lake: Shore Trail SnowshoeSat, Mar 8 | Carrabassett Valley | Free Grab your snowshoes and join a 4-mile snowshoe tour around Flagstaff Lake, with a stop at Flagstaff Hut for hot beverages. Mt. Abram Women's Ski TouringSat, Mar 8 | Greenwood | Paid A few spots are still open for this weekend's Women's Ski Touring group hosted by Inclusive Ski Touring. Jump on this chance to learn or improve your skills in a friendly environment. Full Moon Hike at Hidden Valley Nature CenterFri, Mar 14 | Jefferson | Donation Based Experience HVNC after dark on snowshoes or microspikes as part of this guided group excursion. Guided hike at Dodge PointSat, Mar 15 | Newcastle | Free Join Naturalist Sarah Gladu on the Dodge Point trails to look for signs of life on this early spring walk. WinterKids Family Day at Pleasant MountainSun, Mar 16 | Denmark | Free WinterKids app users get free and discounted lift tickets at Pleasant Mountain for family day. Maine Adaptive Ski-A-ThonSun, Mar 23 | Newry | Donation Based Spend a day on the slopes while supporting adaptive outdoor programs for people with disabilities. Register a team to participate in a costume, fun race, and start fundraising today. Portland 10 MilerSun, Apr 27 | Portland | Paid Lace up for this 10-mile road race, which passes scenic hot spots around Portland, like Payson Park, Munjoy Hill, and the Eastern Prom. Plan ahead and register today. Maine Summer Adventure RaceSat, Jul 12 - Sun, Jul 13 | Bethel | Paid Registration is open for this annual adventure race, which includes mountain biking, hiking, sea kayaking, and navigation by map and compass. Choose your own adventure level with 3-hour, 8-hour, and 24-hour race options. Previously Featured & UpcomingInclusive Ski Touring: Open to All Program | Sun, Jan 5 - Sun, Mar 16 | Paid Women's Wave: Ocean Dip | Sat, Mar 8 | Free Women's Wilderness First Aid Weekend in a Backcountry Hut | Fri, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 6 | Paid Trail Log: Share your ExperienceHave you attended any of these recent activities? Use the quick check-in links(30 seconds or less) to log your attendance and share your experience. 📝 Fat-Bike 101 Class - Tue, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 22 📝 Somerset SnowFest - Fri, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 22 📝 Mahoosuc Land Trust Winterfest - Sat, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 22 📝 Ski and Snowshoe Trailer: Camden Hills - Mon, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 24 📝 Belfast Ice Festival - Fri, Feb 21 - Sun, Feb 23 📝 Night Sky and Owl Walk - Sat, Feb 22 📝 Ski and Snowshoe Trailer: Two Lights - Sun, Feb 23 📝 Salt Bay Sunday - Sun, Feb 23 📝 Free Night Skiing at Black Mountain - Wed, Feb 26 📝 Alpine Feast 2025 - Sat, Mar 1 📝 Katahdin Winter Mountaineering - Sat, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 2 📝 Queerly Trail Mixer - Tue, Mar 4 📝 Ski the Night Away - Tue, Mar 4 Your responses help us decide which events to feature again and motivate the newsletter's continued creation. The Maine Outsider is your invitation to get outside. Our mission is to connect you with outdoor organizations offering impactful events and experiences around the state. We monitor 300+ organizations but can't know everything. If you're hosting an event or have a tip about an upcoming experience, use our tip line to let us know. Thanks for reading. Now, get out there! |
The Maine Outsider is a free newsletter curating outdoor events across the state. Our mission is simple — help you find the fun and help great organizations find you.